What is the cheapest way to get from Durham to Leigh?

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Leigh is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Durham to Leigh?

The fastest way to get from Durham to Leigh is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Leigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Leigh station. However, there are services departing from Sutton Street and arriving at Leigh Bus Station via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Leigh?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Leigh. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Newton-le-Willows via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Durham to Leigh?

The distance between Durham and Leigh is 155 miles. The road distance is 118.4 miles.

How do I travel from Durham to Leigh without a car?

The best way to get from Durham to Leigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £55 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Durham to Leigh?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Durham to Leigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Leigh bus from?

Durham to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sutton Street station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Leigh train from?

Durham to Leigh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.

Train or bus from Durham to Leigh?

The best way to get from Durham to Leigh is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Durham to Leigh bus arrive?

Durham to Leigh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Durham to Leigh train arrive?

Durham to Leigh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Durham to Leigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Leigh is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Durham to Leigh.

Where can I stay near Leigh?

There are 3578+ hotels available in Leigh.

Durham to Leigh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Leigh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Newton-le-Willowstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street
3h 5m
£55–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sutton Street to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from St Peter's Square to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1 / ...
4h 8m
£24–55
Drive 117.7 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Leighcar 117.7 mi
2h 44m
£29–42

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Distance: 154.3 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Durham, England and Leigh, Wigan, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Durham to Newton-le-Willows hourly. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sutton Street to Leigh Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station and St Peter's Square in around 4h 8m.

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